About
Babbel is a language learning app that teaches 14 languages through bite-sized lessons designed to fit daily routines. Courses are built by 200+ language experts and tailored to your native language for natural, efficient learning. The app emphasizes speaking confidence with interactive conversation practice, guided conversations, and Babbel Speak (Beta) for free practice. Lessons take as little as 10 minutes a day, with options to learn for travel, work, or personal interest. The app includes 5,000+ courses covering 60,000+ lessons, offline mode for learning anywhere, and a smart review system to boost retention. Research from Yale University found that 100% of users improved oral proficiency in 3 months, and after 10 hours, 96% of learners saw better test scores on grammar and vocabulary.
Highlights
- 14 languages available: Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, English, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, Dutch, Indonesian
- 5,000+ courses with 60,000+ lessons across all languages
- Interactive conversation practice with Guided Conversations and Babbel Speak (Beta)
- Lessons as short as 10 minutes daily with offline download capability
- Research-backed: 100% improved oral proficiency in 3 months per Yale University study
Best for
Language learners preparing for travel or work who want structured daily practice in short sessions. Ideal for people seeking confidence in speaking and real conversation skills rather than grammar-only study.
At a glance
Babbel - Language Learning is available on iOS and Android — all free to download.
It is developed by Babbel GmbH.